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• February Kayoubikai 2月の火曜日会

  • When
    17 Feb 2026
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    6:30 PM - 8:30 PM
  • Location
    O Sushi (5519 Grove Blvd, Hoover, AL 35226)

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  Join JASA Friends for the Kayoubikai (火曜日会) held every 3rd Tuesday of the month!

  It's a great chance to socialize and practice Japanese with the lively JASA community. Everyone is welcome, regardless of membership.

  Please RSVP at least three days in advance. The event is free, but participants are responsible for their meal costs afterward.

  Enjoy a fun dinner at a Japanese restaurant in the Birmingham area!

  
  

  JASAのお友達との楽しい夕食はいかがでしょうか？

  毎月第3火曜日にバーミンガム周辺の日本食レストランで開催される「火曜会」にご招待できることを大変嬉しく思います。このイベントは、日本語と英語の練習をしながら、素晴らしいJASAコミュニティとの交流を深める絶好の機会。

  JASAのメンバーでない方でも、興味のある方はどなたでも大歓迎です！

  3日前までにRSVPをお忘れなく。

  参加は無料ですが、食事後の会計は各自でお願い申し上げます。

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• Feb JASA Language Club・2月JASA日本語クラブ

  • When
    19 Feb 2026
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    6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
  • Location
    Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest　（1221 Montgomery Hwy, Vestavia Hills, AL 35216）

  

  Welcome to the JASA Japanese Language Club!

  Join us once a month on Thursdays, starting at 6:30 PM at Vestavia Hills Library in the Forest.

  We encourage you to study the Hiragana, Katakana, and grammar section on your own at home. During our sessions, we'll focus on answering questions you have and/or practice conversational Japanese together!

  Feel free to ask questions, share resources, and connect with fellow learners in this group. We're excited to study with you!

  JASA Japanese Language Clubへようこそ！
  このクラブでは、英会話を練習したい方、新しいお友達を作りたい方、メンバーの日本語勉強を手伝ってくれる方も募集しています。ぜひお気軽にご参加ください！

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• Feb Friendship Meeting in Huntsville / 2月 JASA友好会

  • When
    20 Feb 2026
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    5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
  • Location
    Miso Happy (104 Intercom Dr, Madison, AL 35758)

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  Join us for the "JASA Friendship Meeting"!

  Open to both members and non-members, this event offers a chance to enjoy Japanese cuisine, meet new people, and connect with the community. Attendance is free, but participants will cover their own meal costs.

  With limited seating for 20, please RSVP early to secure your spot!

  
  

  JASA会員・非会員を問わず、皆様のご参加を心より歓迎いたします！

  美味しい日本料理を楽しみながら、新しい友人を作りましょう。

  参加費は無料ですが、食事後のお会計は各自でお願い申し上げます。

  定員は20名までとなっておりますので、参加希望の方はお早めにRSVPください。

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• East Asian Heritage Festival : Year of the Horse

  • When
    21 Feb 2026
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    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
  • Location
    Birmingham Museum of Art

  

  Come see us at the annual East Asian Heritage Festival, an afternoon of cultural celebration for all ages at Birmingham Museum of Art. In honor of the Year of the Horse, the festival will showcase the spirit of strength, energy, and creativity through dynamic performances, hands-on art making, and flavorful food tastings. Families can enjoy interactive crafts and engaging activities that highlight the beauty and diversity of East Asian cultures.

  This event is presented in partnership with the Birmingham Museum of Art, Japan-America Society of Alabama, Birmingham Chinese Festival Association, PaperWorkers Local, and the Alabama Asian Cultures Foundation.

  Free admission with the exception of the auditorium performances, which will require a ticket. You will be prompted to purchase these optional tickets when registering for the event through Birmingham Museum of Art. Register to Attend

  Image caption: Chinese maker(s) once known, “Horse Tomb Figure,” about 800, Tang dynasty (618–907 CE), unglazed earthenware; Partial gift of Mr. and Mrs. James E. Breece III and Museum purchase with funds provided by Mr. Todd Robins, 2011.16, image credit: Mark Almond.

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• Ouchigohan! - February 2026

  • When
    22 Feb 2026
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    5:00 PM - 6:30 PM

  
  

  Join Table for Two, a network of Japan-America Societies, and the US JET Alumni Association for a virutal Japanese cooking class - Ouchigohan!!

  
  

  Sunday, February 22

  5:00 PM CST

  JASA or other JAS/JS Members: $10

  Non-Members: $15

  
  

  This virtual Japanese cooking class is held once a month via Zoom.

  Cook along while a Table for Two chef demonstrates how to cook a Japanese recipe! Registrants receive the recipe and a list of ingredients in advance, and are encouraged to cook along.

  
  

  This month's recipes spotlight Japanese festival "SETSUBUN" food - Ehomaki with Soy Milk Matcha Latte. JASA members, or members of other Japan-America/Japan Societies receive a $5 registration discount.

  Email Gwenafaye McCormick to receive JASA's member code, and make sure to register here!

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• 19th Annual Cherry Blossom Festival

  • When
    21 Mar 2026
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    10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
  • Location
    Birmingham Botanical Gardens (2612 Lane Park Rd, Birmingham, AL 35223)

  

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